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Texas State Capitol

Capitol Building and Historic and Protected Site

Downtown Austin, Austin

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Texas State Capitol

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"Lovely grounds to just hang out on and relax."(12 Tips)
"A great place to learn about the history of Texas.""(3 Tips)
"pink granite dome is over 15 feet"(4 Tips)
"Love, Killer Robot Unicorns from Space :-) #socialdash"(3 Tips)

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Tim BradshawMay 20, 2017
14 feet taller than the US Capitol. Because Texas.
C VMarch 13, 2015
Definitely could spend a few hours here!
Erin WadsworthJune 8, 2014
Best State Capitol so far!
Theodora, RealtorMarch 12, 2013
Advocates for Alzheimer's research, funding and awareness have flooded the halls of Texas State Capital.
Divya MulanjurMay 21, 2015
Must visit in Austin!
ChrisMarch 24, 2015
Take a tour and then check out the underground office area.
Brad ClossonOctober 18, 2014
Go to the top! Always. #texastips #socialdash
Al-Moslih AlaaDecember 21, 2016
The only thing worry about is the parking lot if it is available, in public or not?
Juan ChanJuly 22, 2017
Perfect for pictures
Terence ChanNovember 15, 2015
Cool place to visit
Sebastian RivasJanuary 18, 2015
Stay off the grass. Bike friendly. Don't mess with guards. Will fuck you up.
Dirty BirdAugust 9, 2014
Such a great place to sit in the shade and relax
Gabriel RainvilleJuly 2, 2017
Enjoying a picnic on the capital grounds
Michael B.September 3, 2012
This is a nice place 2 go 2 and look at the capitol of the state of Texas.
bejewellOctober 18, 2014
Ann Richards, we miss you. Love, Killer Robot Unicorns from Space :-) #socialdash
Nikon USAMarch 12, 2011
This historic building is best photographed at sunset and sunrise, also known as the “magic hour”.
MarianJune 10, 2015
Do not miss this visit
Zach RAugust 7, 2015
Gorgeous grounds and architecture.
Avery EpsteinFebruary 19, 2015
it's free to look inside and totally worth doing
Coral CottoApril 17, 2014
Stand in the star below the dome and clap. You'll be surprised.
DoraJuly 21, 2010
Free tours of the building are available throughout the day, everyday, except for certain holidays. Powered by ParentsConnect.com
Thomas DuebnerMarch 26, 2017
Grab a tour and take in the history!
Travaasa AustinSeptember 20, 2011
Guided tours are offered weekdays, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Saturdays, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.; and Sundays, 12-3:30 p.m.
ScoutmobNovember 28, 2011
Elle Woods-approved: The Texas State Capitol building in Austin is made from Texas pink granite.
Pat FowlerJanuary 17, 2013
Been here 5+ times
The original specifications for the Capitol called for limestone! Aren't we glad the used Texas granite instead.
Sarah MercadoMarch 13, 2012
Sitting outside having a picnic is the perfect way to spend the afternoon
Jennifer ReineyJune 1, 2013
Always such peaceful grounds no matter what time of day.
Tony PerezApril 9, 2013
Check ahead to see if it's a group day like today is for Texas Realtors
Deidre ChatmanJanuary 23, 2015
The extension building is underground
Arturo HernándezNovember 4, 2014
Nice landmark
Mobile Austin NotaryJuly 4, 2011
Texas Capital is taller than Wash D.C capital, everything is really BIGGER in Texas! :)
Mike DavisMarch 10, 2016
Been here 5+ times
Pink granite! And big. Like Texas.
VoniaNovember 2, 2014
The Texas Book Festival; The Austin Segway Tours
Renata AmaralJanuary 26, 2015
Biggest capitol in america, very beautiful
Teng Loong TeeMay 13, 2017
Public tour offered every 30 minutes.
N ZJune 9, 2019
Take the tour it’s super interesting!
Tracy FullerOctober 2, 2012
Been here 5+ times
If you ride the bus catch it here before the 6th street crowd.damn kids
👉Alex Peña👈March 18, 2015
Visit all of the floors! Worth it!
Austin TalbertMarch 14, 2012
Beautiful lawn. Perfect place for a picnic or perhaps some bocci ball
Lillianne EchevarriaApril 9, 2013
If there's a long line, use your CHL to skip it!
Amadeo RobertsAugust 15, 2015
The weather and the building is cool
Andres ElizondoJanuary 11, 2017
Definitely the most aesthetic Capitol
Bernie ZamoraFebruary 19, 2017
Walked through....
BingJuly 24, 2012
A great place to learn about the history of Texas." – Darryl Kotyk
Darryl KotykJuly 13, 2012
A great place to learn about the history of Texas.
Drew ScibaDecember 3, 2016
Texas will be it's own country in 2017 lol
Andrea TanziJanuary 21, 2016
Austin is absolutely awesome!
Hadrian SmithOctober 2, 2014
Duhhh.... Texas State capital what else can you say? :-)
Sue BarnumJanuary 25, 2012
Check out the cool hinges and doorknobs. State of TX style.
Mackenzie Walsh PurmaAugust 24, 2013
Enter from sides to avoid lines.

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